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Survey - 60% of Thai people believe country not ready to reopen to foreign arrivals

13 Sept 11:02 Key points summarised by AI

A recent Suan Dusit Poll indicates 60% of Thais oppose the November 1st reopening to vaccinated foreign tourists without quarantine, primarily due to vaccination rates remaining below 70%.
Surveyed citizens emphasize crucial prerequisites for reopening, including achieving a 70% vaccination rate, controlling COVID-19 spread, and ensuring healthcare system readiness.
While 77% acknowledge economic benefits from reopening, a strong majority (83.43%) anticipates a surge in COVID-19 infections, potential re-imposed lockdowns, and an overwhelmed health system.
These public sentiments contrast with Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's announcement to proceed with the November 1st reopening for fully-vaccinated travelers from initial low-risk countries.

Yesterday 16:06 Key points summarised by AI

Two suspected drug couriers were killed in a shootout with narcotics officers in Phetchaburi province.
Authorities seized approximately half a tonne of crystal methamphetamine, also known as Ice, during the operation.
The incident occurred on Tuesday night after officers tracked a network suspected of transporting large quantities of drugs to southern Thailand.
The suspects, identified as Chattharin and Rungarun, both 27, opened fire when confronted by officers, who returned fire, resulting in their deaths.